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RideSafely.com charges a flat fee of $299 for all vehicles over $1,000. QUESTION: Is there a fee for vehicles under $1000?

07-11-2017/0 Comments/in Process/by RideSafely.com

Yes. Under a $1000 fees will vary based on price bracket. It goes from $199 and up. Please use fee calculator located on every description page to view the exact fees. Read more

Do you have a flat fee or a percentage, and if it is a percentage of purchase price, what is it?

10-24-2016/0 Comments/in Payment/by RideSafely.com

The Ridesafely.com fee is a flat-rate.

Anything over $1,000 bid price is $299 our fee + all vehicles get an $85 documentation fee.
Please use a FEE CALCULATOR located on each vehicle to calculate the price and view fee breakdowns for each vehicle.
See details : How do I pay for the car? and What is the RideSafely Auction fee?

What is NMVTIS (National Motor Vehicle Title Information System)?

02-24-2016/0 Comments/in Documentation/by RideSafely.com

NMVTIS is National Motor Vehicle Title Information System implemented by US Department of Justice. The NMVTIS is designed to protect consumers from fraud and unsafe vehicles and to keep stolen vehicles from being resold. NMVTIS is also a tool that assists states and law enforcement in deterring and preventing title fraud and other crimes.

All states DMV`s report the data to NMVTIS and check against NMVTIS database every time the title is transferred. DMV`s have the right to deem any title branded according to the records in the NMVTIS database.

All Clean title vehicles sold through salvage auctions have a chance of the title becoming salvage when processed by DMV. Please refer to http://www.vehiclehistory.gov for details.

What is “reconstructed title or rebuilt title”?

02-24-2016/0 Comments/in Documentation/by RideSafely.com

When a vehicle is involved in an accident, and salvaged by the Insurance Company, it has to be reconstructed before being placed back on the road. After the vehicle is repaired, it`s inspected by an authorized mechanic and certified by the DMV as reconstructed to manufacturer specifications. The DMV issues a `reconstructed` title, which is treated the same way as a “clean” title regarding registration and insurance purposes. Please note http://www.ridesafely.com does not guarantee that all title denominations can be reconstructed in any particular state or country. Please refer any title questions to your local DMV.

How do I pay for the car?

02-24-2016/3 Comments/in Payment/by RideSafely.com

Payment Instructions and Rules

RideSafely’s Guide to a Seamless Payment Process

Payment Terms

Balances can only be settled through bank wire transfer, cashier’s check, or money order. Personal checks and Western Union are not accepted.
If you’re outside the United States or face payment delays, consider prepaying the total amount before offering or be ready for daily late fees.
RideSafely imposes a standard fee of $299 for all vehicles priced over $1,000.
A $85 $150 Documentation Fee applies to each vehicle purchase, covering essential title transfers and mailing. Please note that this fee will be effective from January 1, 2024. The adjustment is a response to the rising costs associated with title processing. Furthermore, the updated fee now includes 2nd-day FedEx shipping for titles within the United States.
Insurance auction fees also apply, varying based on the vehicle’s purchase price, auction type, and location.
For your convenience, each listing features an integrated calculator to estimate insurance auction fees and our standard fee.

Balance Due

Customers are required to settle the balance due in full within 2 business days following the sale confirmation notification.
Upon acceptance of an offer by the Insurance Auction, a Sale Confirmation Notification is sent via email to the customer, and the customer’s invoice is updated on RideSafely’s website.
It is the customer’s responsibility to check their updated invoices by navigating to “My Account” and then “My Transactions”, as well as their email for updates.
Accounts with payments made after the specified due date will incur a Late Fee of $100 per day for each item.

Late Payment Fees and Penalties

Vehicles unpaid within 2 business days of the invoice date will incur a late fee of $100 per day.
Vehicles remaining unpaid for a week will be re-listed, resulting in the suspension of your account and forfeiture of your deposit.

Storage Fees

Insurance auctions offer complimentary storage for items purchased for up to 4 calendar days, starting from the purchase date.
Beyond this period, a Storage Fee ranging from $25 to $50 per day, per item will be incurred, inclusive of weekends.
Vehicles not retrieved within 2 weeks from the auction date may be deemed abandoned by the Insurance auction and are subject to resale without any compensation to the customer. Therefore, it’s crucial to ensure timely pickup of your vehicle.

Additional Fees and Services

A $20 Forklift Loading Fee may be applicable, typically for inoperable vehicles.
Actual loading and storage fees can be settled by customers directly at the auction upon vehicle pickup.
Alternatively, customers have the option to pay storage and loading fees through RideSafely, and we will handle the payment to the insurance auction on your behalf.
Please note, that if there is an outstanding balance on your account, your vehicle will not be released. Additionally, RideSafely does not offer crating or pallet provisions for any items.

Pickup, Shipping, or Delivery

Customers are welcome to personally pick up their purchased items without any additional fees.
Many customers opt for the convenience of a transportation company or broker to manage the shipment of their vehicles.
RideSafely can also assist you with shipping your vehicle through reliable third-party car shipping services.

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If you’re looking to buy a car from an auction and require further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at RideSafely. Contact us at (215) 289-0300 for assistance. We’re dedicated to helping you navigate your auction purchase smoothly.

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RideSafely.com charges a flat fee of $299 for all vehicles over $1,000. QUESTION: Is there a fee for vehicles under $1000?

Do you have a flat fee or a percentage, and if it is a percentage of purchase price, what is it?

The Ridesafely.com fee is a flat-rate.

What is NMVTIS (National Motor Vehicle Title Information System)?

What is “reconstructed title or rebuilt title”?

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